"Deeply saddened by the passing away of Shri BL Joshi. A
distinguished police officer and administrator, as Governor he
discharged his duties with aplomb across U.P., Uttarakhand,
Delhi and Meghalaya. A true son of Rajasthan, he will be
deeply missed," he tweeted.

The 82-year-old passed away at the All India Institute of
Medical Sciences today due to septic shock following an
infection of the valves, hospital sources said.

Joshi was admitted to the hospital about 20 days ago.

Uttarakhand Governor KK Paul in a condolence message
remembered working in close association with Joshi in Delhi.

Rajasthan Governor Kalyan Singh prayed for peace to the
departed soul. Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje said Joshi came
from a small village and served the people in various
positions.